Hands on Learning

Lynnhaven primed me for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in college, at work and in life.-Lynnhaven Alumni & Christopher Newport University Student

Lynnhaven Academy provides a hands-on curriculum that prepares students to take the next step beyond high school. Our students experience a significant increase in the amount of information that they retain when given the opportunity to practice what they are learning in the form of hands-on activities. Studies have shown that when students sit and listen intently but passively in a lecture-style environment, they retain 20 percent of the presented information. When they are given the opportunity to practice what they have just learned, that percentage increases to 75 percent. A Lynnhaven lesson often includes activities that are stimulating, active, and engaging. We have found their appetite for learning increases and they pay more attention to detail. Students also become more empowered in their own learning situation.

Hands-on learning environments also develop critical thinking skills. We teach our students to make decisions on what to do next to receive the outcome they are striving to obtain. These critical thinking skills remain with a student as opposed to material that is simply memorized for a test. The goal is for a Lynnhaven graduate to have mastered the art of critical thinking so they can grow into productive citizens.

CORE CLASSESAll students experience the core curriculum at Lynnhaven Academy. They consist of the Art, Foreign Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, English, and Recess/Physical Education. Students may enroll in various electives that are facilitated and taught by teachers.

INDEPENDENT STUDYThese courses are specifically designed and created for each student starting in the 8th grade. Stu- dents can enroll in classes ranging from academic curiosity to an additional history course. It’s customized to meet the maturity and academic level of the student.

ASSESSMENTSWe routinely assess students to measure academic progress throughout a marking period.

REPORT CARDSReports cards are issued four times a year or each 9 week marking period.